Lamb has started to become one of the most popular meat choices in the food world. This is because of its versatility, as well as savory taste, making it a good choice for people looking to enjoy a wonderful culinary experience.
Lamb, technically, is the meat of young domestic sheep. Mutton, which is also meat from sheep, comes from the adult animal. Often eaten unprocessed, lamb is a type of red meat usually used as a substitute for beef in many cuisines.
Its health properties also explain the popularity of lamb in so many dishes.
The History of Slow-cooked Diced Lamb Shoulder
The history of a slow-cooked diced lamb shoulder dates back to colonial times when it was first created by English settlers who settled in Australia. Since then, Australians and New Zealanders have continued to enjoy slow-cooking diced lamb shoulder over hot coals outside - especially while camping!
Since its origins, many variations on the recipe for slow-cooked diced lamb shoulder have appeared, including removing the skin from the meat before placing it into the bag or wrapping it tightly in aluminium foil instead of using butcher's twine. If you're watching your waistline, replace the diced lamb shoulder with healthier choices like lean beef or pork mince. However, some Australians and New Zealanders claim that this takes away some of the magic of slow-cooked diced lamb shoulder.
Health Benefits of Eating Lamb
Slow-cooked lamb shoulder is a lean, hearty meal that tastes delicious and is an excellent source of protein. Lamb is perfect for muscle maintenance. It contains all nine essential amino acids needed by the body for maintaining muscle mass, especially in older adults.
It is also important for muscle function as it contains the amino acid beta-alanine, which the body uses to produce carnosine. High levels of carnosine in human muscle has been associated with decreased fatigue and improved exercise performance.
Lamb meat is also a good source of iron, which makes it perfect for anemia prevention. Moreover, it is a rich source of zinc and selenium, which contribute to your immune function.
Slow-cooked Diced Lamb Shoulder
Do you love cooking, but don't have the time to spend hours in the kitchen? A slow-cooked diced lamb shoulder is a delicious meal that requires very little preparation and uses only one pot.
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Ingredients
- 500 g lamb shank or lamb shoulder
- 1 onion, peeled and diced
- 1/2 ground cumin
- 1/2 sweet paprika
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp tomato puree
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 vegetable stock
- This dish can be served with couscous and finish with toasted almonds, raisins, dried apricots and fresh mint
Instructions
- Heat a large pan over a moderately high heat and add a couple tablespoons of olive oil.
- Sautee the diced onion for a few minutes or until soft and translucent.
- Add the lamb in small batches and brown.
- Reduce heat in pan to low and cumin and paprika and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the mustard and tomato paste and stir.
- Add carrots, stock and a cup of water, stirring occasionally until it boils.
- Cover, and let it simmer for 1½-2 hours or until the lamb is very tender. Stir occasionally and adjust the heat as required to maintain simmer. Add a little water or stock if needed to keep the ingredients just covered.
- Serve with couscous and finish with toasted almonds, raisins, dried apricots and fresh mint. Enjoy.
